How to Recover Your ASUS Router Username and Password

The fastest way: check your router's label and default credentials

Your ASUS router has a sticker on the bottom or back that lists the default username and password. The username is almost always admin, and the password is either admin or a string of numbers printed on the label itself. Try logging in with these first — many people never change them from the factory setting.

If those don't work, the password you're looking for may be the Wi-Fi password rather than the router login password. These are two separate things. The Wi-Fi password is also on the sticker and usually starts with a number or letter sequence. The router login password is what you need to access the settings page at 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1.

Write down both passwords from the sticker and keep them somewhere safe. If you've already changed the router password and forgotten it, you'll need to reset the router itself.

Key Takeaways

Your ASUS router's default username is admin, and the default password is printed on the sticker on the back or bottom of the device.
The router login password and the Wi-Fi password are different — the sticker shows both, and you need the router password to change settings.
If you changed the password and forgot it, you must perform a factory reset by holding the reset button for 10 to 15 seconds, which erases all your settings.
After a factory reset, you'll need to set up the router again from scratch, including choosing a new password and reconnecting your devices.
Some ASUS routers let you recover a forgotten password through the ASUS router app if you're still logged in on your phone.

Resetting your router to factory defaults

If you changed the password and can't remember it, the only way to regain access is to reset the router to its factory state. This erases all your settings — your Wi-Fi name, password, port forwarding rules, and any other changes you made — so use this only when you have no other option.

Locate the small reset button on the back or bottom of your ASUS router. It's usually recessed so you can't press it by accident. Use a paperclip, pen, or the tip of a thumbtack to hold down the reset button for 10 to 15 seconds while the router is powered on. The lights on the front will flash or go dark. Release the button and wait 30 seconds for the router to restart.

Once it restarts, the router will be back to its factory state. Log in using the default username admin and the default password from the sticker. You'll then need to set up your Wi-Fi network again, including choosing a new network name and password, and reconnecting all your devices.

Using the ASUS router app to recover your password

If you installed the ASUS router app on your phone or tablet and you're still logged in, you may be able to view or reset your password without a factory reset. Open the ASUS router app, go to Settings, and look for an option to view or change the admin password. Not all ASUS router models support this feature, and it only works if you're already logged into the app.

This method is faster than a factory reset because your Wi-Fi settings and other configurations stay in place. However, it requires that you set up the app when you first configured the router, which many people don't do.

Accessing your router settings page without the password

If you're on the same network as the router, you can sometimes access the settings page even if you don't remember the password. Open a web browser and go to 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1. If a login screen appears, try the default username and password from the sticker.

If the default credentials don't work and you haven't reset the router yet, you're locked out. At that point, a factory reset is your only option. There is no way to bypass the password or recover it without either resetting the device or having the ASUS router app already logged in on another device.

What to do after you regain access

Once you're back in the router settings, change the admin password to something you'll remember. Go to Administration or System Settings (the exact menu name varies by ASUS model) and look for the option to change the admin password. Choose a password that's at least 8 characters long and includes numbers and letters.

Write down your new password and store it somewhere find — a password manager, a locked drawer, or a note on your phone. Do not use the same password as your Wi-Fi network password. If someone guesses your Wi-Fi password, you don't want them to also have access to your router settings.

While you're in the settings, check that your Wi-Fi password is also strong. Go to Wireless or Network Settings and change the Wi-Fi password if it's still the default from the sticker. This password is what your devices use to connect to the internet, so make it different from your admin password.

Preventing password loss in the future

After you've set a new password, take a photo of the sticker on the back of your router and store it in your phone's photo library or a cloud storage account. This way, you'll always have the default credentials if you need them later.

Consider using a password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the password manager built into your browser to store your router password. These tools encrypt your passwords and make them available across your devices. If you use one, you'll never lose track of your router login again.

If you have multiple people in your household who might need to access the router settings, write the password down and leave it in a safe place they know about — not on a sticky note on the router itself, but in a drawer or a locked box.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will resetting my router delete my internet history or files on my computer?

No. A factory reset only erases the settings stored on the router itself — your Wi-Fi name, password, and any rules you configured. It does not touch your computer, phone, or any files on those devices. Your internet history and personal data remain unchanged.

What if the reset button doesn't work?

Try holding it for a full 30 seconds instead of 10 to 15. If the router still doesn't reset, unplug it from power for 2 minutes, plug it back in, and try the reset button again while it's starting up. If it still doesn't work, contact ASUS support with your router model number.

Can I reset my password without losing my Wi-Fi settings?

Only if you're logged into the ASUS router app on another device. If you're not, a factory reset is the only way to regain access, and it will erase all your settings including your Wi-Fi name and password. You'll need to set them up again from scratch.

Is the default password the same on all ASUS routers?

The default username is always admin, but the default password varies. Check the sticker on your specific router — it will show the exact default password for that model. Some older models use admin as both username and password, while newer ones use a unique string printed on the label.

What should I do if I don't have the sticker anymore?

You can search for your ASUS router model number online along with "default password" to find the factory credentials. The model number is usually on the back of the router. If that doesn't work, a factory reset is your next step.

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